“It was very telling,” Vass explains. “After making my debut album [rudimentary]
The prospect of performing on a solo-acoustic basis led Vass to rethink many of his arrangements. The resulting acoustic demo tracks, he says, are a more accurate representation of his goals as a songwriter.
“The day after I added this acoustic set, which is many of the same songs [found on rudimentary]
After adding his new versions to an international database, the very next day Vass says he woke to a message notifying him that he had been aired on the popular U.K.-based Dalecast series. Subsequent airings followed, all in other U.K.-based productions. Vass says he accepts this interest as a sign that he is headed in the right direction.
“I had an incredibly positive feeling when I got done with these re-writes,” he explains. “When I went back and listened to them, I felt like I had finally discovered myself in some weird way. I’m much more comfortable with this sound.”
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About VASS: In a world where alt. country borders on formulaic, Drew Vass is a good dose of real. The Va.-based songwriter offers an organic formula that's all his own. He has been described as a "living double entendre," and his lyrics have solicited such critical comments as: "Never take anything this man writes at face value. His work always warrants a second glance - preferably over a glass of whiskey."
For song lyrics, biographical articles, videos and other forms of media, visit VASS's website: http://www.poemswithmelodies.com. For additional information or to schedule an interview, please call: 804/512-7283 or email: press@poemswithmelodies.com
